2016 Audi S8

  • $114,900 MSRP From
  • 18 mpg AVG, Comb.
  • 3.7 sec. 0-60 MPH
  • 605 hp Max. Power
  • Audi S8 is a five-seat large-size vehicle in the Luxury Sedan category. For the 2016 model year, there are two trim-lines to choose from, both with the same 4.0L V-8 Twin-Turbo engine that produces 520 to 605 horsepower, which is enough for the 4,685 lbs. sedan to reach 60 mph from zero in just 3.7 seconds. EPA-estimated annual premium gasoline expense is $3,850, which over the course of five years will cost you $8,750 in extra fuel spending.

2016 Audi S8 4dr Sdn2016 Audi S8 4dr Sdn
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Exterior

2016 Audi S8 Exterior Dimensions

Exterior Dimensions

  • Width: 83.1 in
  • Width W/O Mirrors: 76.7 in
  • Length: 202.4 - 202.6 in
  • Height: 57.4 - 57.5 in
  • Wheelbase: 117.8 - 117.9 in

2016 S8 has a relatively short wheelbase ( 117.8 - 117.9 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively heavier with curb weight of 4685 lbs.

Interior

2016 S8 - First Row

First Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 41.4 inHip Room: -Head Room: 37.2 inShoulder Room: 59.1 in
2016 S8 - Second Row

Second Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 38.7 inHip Room: -Head Room: 39.1 inShoulder Room: 57.8 in
2016 S8 - Cargo Area

Trunk Volume

14.2 ft3

2016 S8 seats five adults. It has class-leading first-row passenger room on only one measurement - shoulders - and larger than average room for first-row passengers on legs and head. When it comes to second-row passenger room, S8 ia a class-leader on only two measurements - shoulders and head - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on legs. Trunk volume is smaller than average with 14.2 cu. ft.

Full Specifications

Trim

2016 S8 quattro

2016 S8 plus quattro

Starging MSRP$114,900$114,900
Engine4.0L V-8 Twin-Turbo4.0L V-8 Twin-Turbo
HP520 hp605 hp
DrivetrainAll Wheel DriveAll Wheel Drive
0-60 mph3.7 sec3.7 sec
City15 MPG15 MPG
Highway25 MPG25 MPG
Combined18 MPG18 MPG
Annual Fuel Cost$3,850$3,850

2016 S8 Sedan comes in two trim levels, with an average price that is $5,425 more compared to its rivals. With a heavier body, and on average more powerful engine, S8

Safety

  • Complaints: 6
  • Recalls: 3

Customers have filed six complaints, which is less than the average for its rivals. There are also three recalls issued by Audi, which by itself is a relatively low number.

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Last updated on Jul 13, 2018 - 19:00:24 ET
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